Gina Dodson
Childminder in Orpington
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Female Member since Sep 2010 Last Updated Aug 2025 Last Login 24 Sep 2025
My Summary
About Me
I have been an Ofsted registered childminder for 27 years. I can offer a safe, stimulating, family environment in a quiet part of Orpington, close to all local amenities including parks, leisure centre and main line station. I have a wide range of toys and games and I encourage learning through play with lots of different activities. I have a garden that contains safe outdoor equipment, such as a slides, bikes, cars, sandpit, water wall etc.
I regularly attend parks, woods, toddler group, baby gym, soft play, story time and Boppin Tots music.
I provide nutritious home cooked meals and snacks.
My Experience
I have 27 years experience in childcare. I have looked after babies from 3 months of age to children up to 12 years. I am the proud mother of two amazing daughters.
My Qualifications
I have attended many local authority childcare courses - certificates available on request.
I am Red Cross accredited in first aid with infant and child resuscitation.
My Availability
My working hours are from 7am-6pm
No spaces available at the moment.
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My Fees
- Childminding from £7.00 per hour
I have very competitive rates that include the cost of all food, some activities and outings.
My Local Schools
This childminder has not yet informed us whether or not they provide any drop off or pick up services at local schools.
My Ofsted Inspections
The inspection grades below have been obtained from the Ofsted website based upon the registration number the childminder has provided to us. You should verify this information yourself prior to using the childminder.
My Documents
- EU Passport [DELETED] (added 19/11/2023)
Reviews
5 out of 5
Parents say
The childminder provides exceptional care in a warm, loving environment. Children thrive with engaging activities, outings, and healthy meals. Parents praise the childminder's dedication, reliability, and genuine care. Many consider the childminder part of their family and highly recommend her services.
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Latest reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Gina Dodson. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk members and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
We feel so lucky to have found such a perfect childminder! She truly provides a home away from home for our children. She cared for our 1-year-old and 3-year-old (during the holidays) with so much love and attention.
She goes above and beyond every single day—taking them to parks, libraries, playgroups, messy play sessions, and even baking with them! The artwork they bring home for special occasions is beautiful and full of creativity. She’s also introduced our children to so many new and healthy foods, which we really appreciate.
Most importantly, she is such a warm and caring person who makes every child feel safe, happy, and loved. We couldn’t recommend her highly enough!
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R Es
on 04/09/2025
I honestly couldn’t ask for a better childminder. From the very first day, she has created such a warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment where my child has absolutely thrived. Her genuine care, patience, and attention to each child’s individual needs are clear in everything she does.
She keeps me updated with lovely little photos and messages throughout the day, which always put a smile on my face and reassure me that my child is safe, happy, and engaged. It’s clear she puts a lot of thought into the activities she plans – they’re fun, educational, and perfectly suited to the children’s interests and stages of development.
It’s such a relief to go to work knowing my child is in such capable and caring hands. I’m so grateful we found her, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and stimulating setting for their child. She truly is the best!
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Victoria
on 26/08/2025
We feel so lucky to have found Gina. She looked after my two little ones for 18 months and we couldn’t be happier with the care she provided. She took my daughter to preschool, and later to school, and looked after my son during the day too. They were always out and about having adventures, and both kids were keen to share the fun they’d had when we picked them up. As a couple without any family nearby, we needed to find a childminder who felt like family, and we definitely found that in Gina. She’s warm, reliable and so caring and we’re sad that a change in work circumstances meant our children had to stop attending her setting. Gina, thanks so much for everything you did for us. Parents, you won’t find better in the Knoll area!
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saramull
on 23/08/2025
Gina has been an integral part of our lives for the past three years, caring for our son on a full-time basis since he was just one year old. From the very beginning, she has shown an extraordinary level of care, warmth, and dedication that goes far beyond what we could have hoped for.
Our son absolutely adores Gina and treats her like a true member of the family. He is always excited to go to her house, eagerly looking forward to the fun-filled activities they will do together each day. Whether it's creative play, outdoor adventures, trips out, or simply spending time together, Gina brings so much thoughtfulness, enthusiasm, and joy to everything she does. Her home is a safe, loving, and stimulating environment where our son has truly thrived.
Over these years, Gina has shown remarkable flexibility and willingness to go the extra mile and provided so much support to our family, and we genuinely believe she has brought out the very best in our son. Her care has been foundational to his development, and we owe her so much.
Gina has been also providing ad-hoc after-school and holiday care for our older daughter, who has formed a wonderful bond with her as well. We gave our daughter the choice between attending an after-school club or going to Gina’s—and she has repeatedly and without hesitation chosen Gina every time. That speaks volumes about the kind of loving, engaging, and trusted presence Gina has become in both of our children's lives.
We feel incredibly fortunate to have found someone as special as Gina. She has given us total peace of mind and has provided our children with a truly beautiful and enriching start. We cannot recommend her highly enough to any family looking for not just a childminder, but a genuine partner in their child’s care and development.
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Justyna
on 04/08/2025
Gina looked after both my boys from them being babies up until school age. She has been such a fundamental part of my boys growing up and looked after them as if they were her own children. They really formed such a special bond with her.
They were spoilt with lots of lovely home cooked meals and enjoyed activities such as arts and crafts, baking and trips to the park/playgroups. Gina always went above and beyond! They really loved going to Gina’s and I always knew they were in the best possible hands when they were with her. She’s extremely reliable and such a warm genuine person and the only one that can keep my 2 rowdy boys in check. I can’t recommend her enough!
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Kerry
on 31/07/2025
I honestly do not know what we would have done without Gina. She is amazing, and it’s been a home from home for my two boys. My boys have been there for 6. and half years and has flourished.
Highly recommend!
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Sylwia
on 23/07/2025
We have been with Gina for over 6years, She provides a caring environment for my 2 Sons. She is reliable, lovely and caring. I would consider Gina as part of the family. We love and trust her whole heartedly with our Children. A heads up that the carrot cake she makes with the kids is fantastic too!
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Charlott
on 08/07/2025
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